By Progress Chaya chayap@dailynews.co.zw GOSPEL musician-cum-author George Chimana has released a new novel titled Love in the Shadow, a tale of love, betrayal, and the dangers of chasing wealth without knowing its source. The novel is his 20th book. “The novel offers important life lessons including that marriages should be guided by God, not judged…
Ashley Moyo and Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS SUNGURA kingpin Alick Macheso will perform in Mutoko tonight at Nyamakwere Lodges, where he will be supported by Josphat Somanje. On Sunday, Macheso, popularly known as Baba Sharo, will share the stage with Freeman and Nutty O at the Doek and Slay event at Alex Sports Club…
SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER NEWSTEN Chipoya has been appointed regional manager of the Tengenenge Art Community in Guruve, becoming the first person to hold the post since the community’s takeover by the National Gallery of Zimbabwe (NGZ) in 2021. An experienced administrator, Chipoya has worked extensively with diverse stakeholders, including farm, mine, rural and urban communities,…
Rutendo Ngara SENIOR STAFF WRITER ZIMDANCEHALL artiste Millicent Chimonyo, popularly known as Malloti, appeared in court yesterday facing allegations of cyberbullying. Malloti, who is known for using vulgar language on social media, appeared before Harare provincial magistrate Tapiwa Kuhudzai, who granted her US$100 bail. As part of her bail conditions, she was ordered not to…
By Ashley Moyo JUST like he did nearly two decades ago, celebrated American R&B singer Joe Thomas attracted thousands of besotted music lovers at Old Hararians Sports Club in the capital on Tuesday. It was his second performance in Zimbabwe after the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) concert held in 2008 courtesy of the Zimbabwe…
BY ASHLEY MOYO ACCLAIMED musical Ipi Ntombi will be staged at Reps Theatre in Harare tomorrow and Saturday, following a sold-out season at Bulawayo Theatre earlier this year. The production, based on the 1974 South African musical, is being presented in partnership between the Bulawayo Theatre Club and The Repertory Players. “We are thrilled to…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER SOUTH African songstress Makhadzi is set to dazzle Mama Dangote Bar and Restaurant in Kwekwe next month. She will perform alongside Zimdancehall stars Silent Killer and Qounfuzed. “I am thrilled to share the stage with Makhadzi. Her energy is infectious, and I know our fans are going to love it….
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER MUSIC lovers are in for a treat this evening as the annual Heroes and Defence Forces Gala takes centre stage at Kujeke Grounds in Wedza. This year’s event will showcase some of Zimbabwe’s top musical talent, including Mark Ngwazi, Chief Hwenje, Mathias Mhere, Shantel Sithole, Sasha Madhuve, Clement Magwaza, Jah…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER THE stage production & Juliet, which ran over the weekend at Reps Theatre in Harare, drew strong audience reactions for its mix of music, drama and romance. The coming-of-age jukebox musical, directed by National Arts Merit Awards winner Sue Bolt, reimagines William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet”. Bolt’s direction featured high-energy…
By Progress Chaya GOSPEL artist and preacher Pastor Norest Matende is set to launch a double album titled Tiri Hama on October 4 at TBA in Chitungwiza. The album seeks to bridge the gap between traditional Apostolic worship and modern guitar-driven gospel. “The double album features 14 tracks, with seven rooted in chipostori (Apostolic-style) music…
